The Gray Family Crest framed artprint. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Whether it’s a gift to celebrate a milestone birthday, a wedding or a housewarming—this piece is an instant heirloom.
The origin of the name Gray
Gray (Grey) is an ancient Anglo-Norman, English, and Scottish noble surname derived from the place name Croy or Gray in Haute-Saône, France. Introduced to England during the 1066 Norman Conquest by Anschetil de Gray, the lineage expanded into Scotland during the 12th century, establishing the Barony of Chillingham in Northumberland and Lord Gray of Broxmouth in Perthshire. The family held vast manorial estates and produced prominent statesmen, judges, and military leaders.
The symbolism of the Gray coat of arms
Commanding and protective, the Gray coat of arms features a red shield set within an engrailed argent / silver or white border (bordure), charged with a central silver lion rampant. In heraldry, the red field and engrailed silver border symbolise martial courage, strength, and protective boundaries, while the central silver lion represents supreme bravery, heroism, and noble leadership. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a golden anchor. Below, the motto scroll displays Anchor fast. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Northumberland, registered in the Public Register of All Arms and Bearings in Scotland for Lord Gray, and catalogued in Burke's Peerage.
Historical figures
Sir Patrick Gray, 1st Lord Gray (15th Century): Scottish diplomat, magistrate, and Lord of Parliament.
Lady Mary Gray (16th Century): English noblewoman and courtier recorded in Tudor royal rolls.
Stephen Gray (1666–1736): Celebrated English scientist and pioneer in the field of electricity.
Product details
- Ayous wood 0.75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
- Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
- Paper weight: 189 g/m²
- Lightweight & acrylite front protector
- Hanging hardware included
No Warehouses. No Waste. Just for you, made to order
This product is printed especially for you when ordered, one at a time, by royal decree of Mother Nature to keep the realm beautiful. Family Crests Store guarantees your custom treasure meets all EU and USA safety standards.
About the artist
Each coat of arms in the Family Crests Store is an artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. All are carefully researched, drawing from the earliest available records across multiple heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and attention to detail, these artworks make meaningful gifts for family occasions.
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